Houston DWI ATTORNEY

If you've been caught operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher, then you've committed a DWI crime under Texas laws. The steps you take now may have a direct impact on your right to drive, your freedom, and your future. Understanding more about DWI cases and what evidence may be used against you can help you make the right choices and select the proper representation.

At The Martinez Law Firm, we've made it our mission to make sure our DWI clients have the resources and representation necessary to seek the best possible outcome for their cases. With
former prosecuting experience, we know the state will seek the harshest possible penalties for DWI offenders. However, we also know how to defend against them. It's this kind of knowledge and incisive representation that has earned our firm
"Top Houston Lawyer" recognition in
H Magazine five years in a row.

We also proudly serve clients throughout Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Galveston County, Texas.​

Pretrial DWI Program

The Martinez Law Firm has invaluable DWI experience and
practical knowledge about DWI charges and sentencing, including knowledge about the Pretrial DWI Program. Please note that the Pretrial DWI Program, formally known as
the DIVERT Program is unique to drunk driving cases in Harris County, Texas. This program allows a person to avoid a conviction, avoid paying the surcharges that are associated with a DWI conviction, and clears their record after they successfully complete the program.

Unfortunately, not every DWI case qualifies for this program. The lawyers at the Martinez Law Firm have the knowledge to help you completely understand the pros and cons of this program. With our extensive experience,
track record of success, and
in depth knowledge of the laws surrounding your case, we are fully equipped and qualified to secure a favorable outcome on your behalf. Make the smart choice – retain our representation.

Understand Your Rights
& Legal Options

What Are The Penalties For DWI In Texas?

Some Penalties For DWI Include:

First offense: Up to 180 days of jail, $2,000 in fines, and 1 year of license suspension.

Second offense: Up to 1 year in jail, $4,000 in fines, and 2 years of license suspension.

Third offense: Up to 10 years in prison, $10,000 in fines, and 2 years of license suspension.

Texas DWI penalties often vary depending on the severity of the circumstances, but all call for competent legal representation. Often there are also annual fees to keep your license valid after DWI convictions and, depending on the details of your case, the costs of interlock mechanisms, restitution, alcohol treatment programs. Along with the basic types of DWI defined by the state, there are a number of variations of the crime that yield serious consequences. Our firm can represent clients for all types of cases and issues regarding DWI.

Attorney Martinez is Certified in Field Sobriety Tests

Field sobriety tests assess a person's motor skills and "divided
attention" abilities to determine if they are intoxicated. Herman
Martinez is one of the few DWI lawyers in Houston, Texas who is
certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to administer field sobriety tests like the police officers that
make DWI arrests. The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, Walk and Turn, and One
Leg Stand are the typical tests that are used when someone is being investigated
for DWI. If these tests are not done properly, you can use them as defense
in your DWI trial. By hiring a DWI attorney that is certified to administer
these tests and who was also a former Chief Prosecutor, you are truly
getting invaluable legal experience in this area of the law.

Learn More About Your Rights

READY TO LEARN MORE? REACH OUT TO OUR FIRM TODAY.

At The Martinez Law Firm, we are fully dedicated to providing each client with the highest level of service and legal representation possible. We challenge DWI charges for drivers throughout the Houston area, using our resources and experience to seek the best outcome in every case. Because we are led by a former prosecutor, we have the ability to build even more effective defense strategies based on an understanding of how the "other side" thinks and works.

Due to the serious and complex nature of your DWI case, we strongly advise you against navigating through the complexities of the legal system alone. We will build effective and personalized defense strategies and guide you down the path that best suits your needs. Entrust your case to our firm today.

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